Signal app used by Trump officials previously prompted scrutiny in Harris County

The editor-in-chief of The Atlantic came out on Monday to allege he was included in a group chat on Signal with top national security officials. It has put attention back on security and transparency.

Houston man charged for stealing nearly $500k worth of back up power generators

Harris County Precinct 1 Constable announced charges against James Eric Barns for engaging in organized criminal activity. Barns allegedly used stolen credit cards to buy generators from over 30 companies in the Houston area, selling them at discounted rates on Facebook Marketplace. Investigators estimate losses of over $470,000 since 2023, with attempts to scam more than $900,000. Deputies seized 10 new generators from a storage shed during the operation's shutdown.

Houston no-kill animal shelter victim of a crime that was caught on camera

For 23 years, Friends for Life Animal Shelter has helped save the lives of thousands of dogs and cats. Now, it's the shelter that needs a helping hand.

Signal app war plan leak broke the law, Texas expert says

A Texas expert on government transparency requirements believes the leak of "war plans" by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and others may well have violated laws governing retention of government records.

Houston weather: Warm Wednesday ahead of wet Thursday and Friday, FOX 26 Storm Alert Days issued

Wednesday will be another foggy start for parts of Southeast Texas, especially towards the coast. Temperatures once again will soar well into the 80s by the afternoon with a few more clouds around.

Parents of Texas girl who died from measles still wouldn't vaccinate

The parents of an unvaccinated 6-year-old Texas girl who died from measles said they still wouldn't recommend vaccinations during an interview with an anti-vaccination organization last week.

Harris Co. deputies locate missing 5-year-old girl

According to the Harris County Sheriff's Office, a missing 5-year-old has been found safe.

El Paso Walmart gunman who killed 23 offered plea deal to avoid death penalty

The El Paso County DA said he supports the death penalty and believes he deserves it. But he said he met with the families of the victims, and there was an overriding desire to conclude the process.

What does it mean to be censured?

Texas Congressman Randy Weber says he plans to file a censure resolution against U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Dallas) after she called Texas Gov. Greg Abbott “Hot Wheels" at an event over the weekend.

Dallas Rep. Jasmine Crockett calls Gov. Greg Abbott 'Hot Wheels'

Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Dallas) called wheelchair-bound Texas Governor Greg Abbott "Hot Wheels" during an event over the weekend.